Vorotnikov, Pavel Maksimovich
(1804–1876)
Vorotnikov [Vuhruhtneekóff], Pavel Maksimovich (1804, Revel [now Tallinn]; 4–23–1876, M.). Choral cond., pedagogue, and comp. Self-taught in music, he served in the army and directed military choirs and amateur orchestras. After retirement from the service, taught singing at the Court Chapel and at the Yekaterininskiy Institute. Wrote articles on sacred music and pedagogy. As a comp. is best known for his sacred works. Works: orch pieces; rom.; sacred mus.; cho. arr. of songs. Bibliography…